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Nissan Maxima (2016) vs. Lexus IS (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Nissan Maxima and 2010 Lexus IS specs.

2016 Nissan Maxima and 2010 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2016 2010  
Model Nissan Maxima Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 107.5 in 1.8 in
Length 192.8 in 180.1 in 12.7 in
Width 73.2 in 70.9 in 2.3 in
Height 56.5 in 56.1 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3471 lb. 3455 lb. 16 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 17.2 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 37.2 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 54.4 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 54.1 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.0 in 43.9 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 36.7 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 52.7 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 53.7 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.2 in 30.6 in 3.6 in
Total Legroom 79.2 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 4.7 in
Cargo Volume 14.3 ft3 13.0 ft3 1.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Nissan Maxima

2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 Starting with the 2013 Altima and continuing with the 2015 Murano, the latest Nissans have had exceptionally comfortable front seats. The new Maxima's seats are based on the Altima's, but have some additional padding. While they don't feel as cushy and form-fitting to me as the Murano's, they're still more comfortable than the Acura TLX's front seats, which are themselves pretty good. The side bolsters are of similarly moderate size and aggressiveness in both cars, but the Maxima SR's Alcantara upholstery prevents sliding much better than the TLX's leather. see full Nissan Maxima review
2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
If you need an especially roomy rear seat, then the Maxima isn't your best bet. The Nissan does have an inch or two more rear knee room than the Acura TLX, and about an inch more rear headroom than the Lincoln MKZ (perhaps enough for someone six-feet tall), but the LaCrosse, Azera, and Avalon offer enough rear seat space for adults to not only fit but stretch out. see full Nissan Maxima review
 

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2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
 
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